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BN52 DFU

2003 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,285 mi
Last recorded122,285 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 DFU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2012 122,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 112,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 105,033 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 96,571 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 87,773 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 79,995 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 62,107 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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BN52 DFU is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN52 DFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of BN52 DFU?

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What year was BN52 DFU registered?

BN52 DFU is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 February 2003.

Is BN52 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 DFU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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